Mango Avocado Salad
A vibrant and refreshing salad featuring ripe mangoes, creamy avocados, crispy cucumbers, and a zesty lime dressing.
Ingredients
Fresh Ingredients
- 2 pieces ripe mangoes, diced Choose mangoes that yield slightly to pressure for perfect ripeness.
- 1 large avocado, diced Should be soft but not mushy.
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped Adds sweetness and color.
- 1 medium red onion, finely chopped Introduce a burst of pungency.
- 1 cucumber, diced Provides a refreshing crunch.
- 1 handful fresh cilantro (coriander) leaves, chopped Adds an aromatic note.
Dressing
- 1 tablespoon juice of lime Balances the sweetness.
- 2 tablespoons olive oil For richness.
- to taste salt
- to taste red chili flakes (optional) For spice if desired.
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all your fresh ingredients and cut them into bite-sized pieces: mango, avocado, cucumber.
- Finely chop the red onion and bell pepper, ensuring even pieces for mixing.
- Chop the cilantro coarsely and add it to the mixing bowl.
Assembly
- In a large bowl, combine the diced mangoes, avocado, cucumbers, red bell pepper, and red onion.
- Squeeze lime juice over the mixture and drizzle with olive oil.
- Season with salt and red chili flakes, then gently toss to combine without mashing the avocado.
- Refrigerate for 10 minutes before serving for the best flavor.
Notes
Ensure you use ripe, high-quality mangoes and avocados for the best flavor. Fresh preparation is ideal as avocados tend to brown quickly.